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Avatar for Choppers Tree Service
Choppers Tree Service
4.9(
156
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Helena, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Treeservice professional with excellent advice and competitive price. I wanted stuff doe that was not possible go be done and Eddie took the time yo explain why and how to wirk around it, very satisfied."
Tree Removal
Large Tree Removal
Large Tree Removal
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
Avatar for Goliath Outdoor Services
Goliath Outdoor Services
5.0(
45
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Helena, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"William and Shannon are awesome. Came out and gave a fair estimate for the work that needed to be done. William will not start charging until the lift is fully secure and he's ready to start cutting. Actually took about an hour to position/reposition to find the best spot. The tree (roughly 50 feet tall) was located between our house and the neighbors (space of about 20 feet apart). Job was completed in a very timely manner and I ended up saving $100 off the original quote. I would highly recommend giving them an opportunity for your next tree service. Thanks again to you both!"
Before shot from top of hill
Before tree removal and trimming.
Uphill shot, before tree removal +
Before shot looking towards the water
Enjoying the climb/view

+18

Response time30 mins
Response rate96%
Recommended by42%of homeowners
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Cornerstone Tree Service, LLC
4.6(
272
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+2 more

Serving Helena, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend Cornerstone Tree Service. Kerry was very professional. My first phone call to the tree removal 3 days. Everyone involved in the tree removal to the cleanup did an awesome job."
Cornerstone Tree Service Equipment
Cornerstone Tree Service Equipment
Cornerstone Tree Service Equipment
Cornerstone Tree Services
Cornerstone Tree Services

+5

Response time2 days
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Nelson Tree Co
Nelson Tree Co
4.9(
46
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Helena, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great experience with Nelson Tree Company, they informed me of date and time work will start and they showed up on time. Completely trimmed and removed tree limbs and picked up debris. Highly recommend this company."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate88%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Cutnup Lawn Care & Landscape
Cutnup Lawn Care & Landscape
4.3(
55
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Tree Trimming

Serving Helena, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Quick response for quote. Very detailed information on what he would do on site. Provided service timely and professionally. Excellent detail to what was requested to be completed. Left property thoroughly clean and disposed of all debris. Extremely pleased with service!"
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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First Responders Tree Worx LLC
5.0(
6
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Helena, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This company has did work at my home three times taking tree down stump grinding and clean up on large area fallen trees stump removal and debris they did a fantastic job very respectful and nice very responsible priced they deserve more than 5 stars on all 3 jobs than you guys"
Tree Service
Tree Service
Tree Service
Tree Service
Response time1 day
Response rate93%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

If a tree isn’t pruned, it can inhibit proper growth and fruit production, cause damage to both the tree and your property, and create entry points for pests and diseases. Pruning a tree enhances its stability, appearance, shape, and growth. Pruning trees regularly can also save you money long-term by avoiding overgrown or dangerous dying trees.

The typical lifespan of a Bradford pear is relatively short, only 15 to 25 years. However, these trees have issues long before their life is over. Due to their soft wood and fast-growing branches, Bradford pear trees often split around 15 years, making them a risk for falling branches and more prone to disease. 

Since each tree is different, it’s impossible to say how long a dead tree can remain on your property. While it could be days, months, or even years, it’s highly likely that, at some point, the tree will fall. In the meantime, dying or dead trees can become a haven for pests, so it’s best to have them removed sooner rather than later.

If tree branches cross well into your property line, in many cases, these branches become part of your property, and you can trim them up until your neighbor’s property line. However, this issue will vary based on local ordinances, so you should do your research before making any decisions. Better yet, speak with your neighbor about how to handle any tree issues. 

If you don’t mind the branches, you can leave them be, but if they’re becoming a hazard, it’s definitely worth having a conversation.

The best way is to start controlling tree height long before it grows too large, via careful pruning through the years. But that’s not always possible. If a tree has become too high or too large, use selective pruning to remove the most troublesome branches, one by one, without topping the tree. Gently shaping a tree like this can, over time, correct problems. You can also find growth inhibitors to spray on a tree to stop it from growing too rapidly, but use these sparingly if at all.

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